Barrier Highway
Barrier Highway is a 356 km sealed trunk route in South Australia, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.
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Sports score IQR: 5.8 - 6.7
Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.
Wet road crashes
Crashes that occurred in wet conditions
Night crashes
Crashes that occurred after dark
Based on 10 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.
Coverage: 100% of segments have AADT data. Based on traffic count surveys - actual volumes vary by season.
Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.
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This road is part of SA's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.
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Barrier Highway is approximately 356 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 5 hours of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Barrier Highway sealed?+
Yes. Barrier Highway is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is Barrier Highway good for motorcycles?+
It is passable. Barrier Highway scores 5.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.
Can I drive Barrier Highway in a caravan?+
Yes. Barrier Highway scores 7.2/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.
Is Barrier Highway good for an EV?+
Yes. Barrier Highway scores 6.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.
Are there any dangerous sections on Barrier Highway?+
Contour has identified 801 grey spots on Barrier Highway - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
Road data last updated: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.